[Brachytherapy of the bladder]

Ann Urol (Paris). 1994;28(6-7):289-94.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Brachytherapy has a key role to play in the treatment of bladder carcinoma. It is generally combined with partial bladder resection for limited tumours (T1-2, N0, M0). Results obtained in Holland and France have shown 80% local control with limited morbidity.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Brachytherapy* / adverse effects
  • Brachytherapy* / methods
  • Carcinoma / radiotherapy*
  • Carcinoma / surgery
  • Combined Modality Therapy
  • France
  • Humans
  • Neoplasm Staging
  • Netherlands
  • Urinary Bladder Neoplasms / radiotherapy*
  • Urinary Bladder Neoplasms / surgery